Although the Texans' offense was a bit sporadic in terms of production, the running game was generally solid.
In relief of starter Lamar Miller, reserve running back Kenny Hilliard rushed for a team-high 40 yards on a dozen carries.
Hilliard had been mostly forgotten in conversations about the Texans' running backs after being drafted in the seventh round out of LSU last season.
Following a 24-13 preseason win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night, Hilliard drew praise from Texans coach Bill O'Brien.
Hilliard is noticeably leaner and quicker than a year ago when he spent the entire season on the Texans' practice squad.